Apple Accidentally Leaks Massive Upgrade For iPads, iPhones

Apple Accidentally Leaks Massive Upgrade For iPads, iPhones ~Daily Engross

Apple Accidentally Leaks Massive Upgrade For iPads, iPhones

Many of the finest features of the iPhone 14 series, as well as some concerns, have been exposed through leaks. However, after mistakenly leaking one eye-opening update, a fresh Apple gaffe has accidentally revealed other improvements that millions of iPhone and iPad owners will benefit from.

The error was discovered when looking into the source code of Apple's latest iOS 15.5 beta version by 9to5Mac. Despite the fact that it is the most recent publicly accessible iPhone software, Apple code mentions better Focus and News capability for "a device with newer software," as well as hints of exclusive updates that are "no longer completely supported on previous devices."

04/18 Update: In a tidbit that many missed, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman revealed that Apple is working to incorporate satellite calling into the iPhone, with it perhaps appearing in time for the iPhone 14 range this year. The information was hidden in the penultimate paragraph of an Apple Watch-focused report:

"The firm is also trying to provide satellite connection to the Apple Watch in the future, paving the way for emergency messaging and SOS response functions." It intends to deliver such features on the iPhone as early as this year. Users would be able to send text messages to emergency officials and report issues using the technology."

If this news makes you feel like you've seen it before, you're not alone. Gurman and renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo both indicated in August of last year that satellite calling was planned for the iPhone 13. While this feature was never implemented, the pair were confident that it was still in Apple's long-term plans. As a result, this leak makes perfect sense.

It's also a feature that makes a lot of sense. In terms of security, knowing that you will never be cut off from emergency assistance, no matter where you are, is a huge selling factor. It's also a major differentiation since no prominent Android competitor presently offers this feature. However, if Apple is successful in introducing satellite calling to the iPhone 14 line-up, anticipate competitors to rapidly follow suit.

04/19 Update: More iPhone 14 specs have recently leaked due to famous anonymous insider LeaksApplePro, and if true, the news will delight many consumers. "Apple engineers are working on 3.0 speeds for the iPhone 14 Pro connection," according to the leaker's most recent article.

What's the big deal about this? Apple has stayed with poor USB 2.0 rates since the Lightning connection was introduced over a decade ago, in 2012. (480 megabits per second - Mbps). Faster Internet connections will be available in 2022. In comparison, USB 3.0 may reach rates of up to 4800Mbps – a tenfold increase.

Why is this required? There are two distinct use cases: the first is ProRes video, which produces high-quality, highly manipulable footage but at the expense of massive file sizes. Exporting these films, whether by WiFi or the Lightning port, may take hours. The second category is backups. While overnight backups are common, there is presently no simple method to backup your iPhone immediately.

The bad news is that this function may not be available on all iPhone 14 models:

"As far as I know, Apple intends to incorporate this function on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max," LeaksApplePro said. "I can't confirm whether or not this function will be accessible on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max after a few talks with individuals knowledgeable with the topic, and although it would make sense, I don't want to give you false optimism."

This is understandable. This year, Apple is more keen than ever to distinguish between iPhone Pro and non-Pro models, and the major utility of USB 3.0 for ProRes places it firmly as a "Pro" feature. Keep an eye on this.

According to 9to5Mac, the code strings not only shed light on Apple's upcoming plans (and a Focus mode overhaul, in particular, would be massive for an increasingly distracted society), but also on a variety of product cuts, with the company set to discontinue another generation of older iPhones and iPads. The iPhone 6S (2015) and newer, as well as the iPad Mini 4 (2015) and newer, are now supported by iOS 15/iPadOS 15, therefore users of these devices may be required to update this year.

Furthermore, Apple's code corresponds to leaks from Bloomberg's acclaimed Apple reporter Mark Gurman, who believes that there would be "pretty considerable upgrade [of iOS/iPadOS] across the board," including a long-overdue rework of alerts. As is customary with Apple, some of these capabilities will be limited to the new iPhone 14 line, as hinted at by the new code references.

I don't think the parallels will stop here. Apple has repeatedly revealed its own goals by including forward-looking source code in iOS releases, and with the first iOS 16 beta expected in June, expect the floodgates to open.

And they may be required to do so. The current narrative paints the iPhone 14 lineup as relatively old, with reports claiming that the base model will be almost similar to the iPhone 13 (even in performance), while Pro editions will include a polarising new dual punch-hole display and higher costs.

Yes, the range's supersized new cameras will draw attention, but I wouldn't be shocked if Apple 'accidentally' leaks other iPhone 14 features in iOS 16 beta code to heighten anticipation.